By Dan Walsh
Uisce Éireann is commencing works on a €19 million upgrade to the Enniscorthy Regional Water Supply Scheme that will benefit over 11,000 consumers, ensuring a reliable and sustainable water supply for Enniscorthy and surrounding areas, and enabling future growth and development in the area.
Critical improvements to the scheme will include upgrading the Vinegar Hill Water Treatment Plant, replacing the raw water intake facility at Clonhaston and constructing a new pumping station. 2km of water mains will also be re-routed to facilitate the transfer of water from the River Slaney to the Vinegar Hill plant.
Commenting on the importance of the project for the community, Diane Carroll, Portfolio Manager at Uisce Éireann, said; “We’re delighted to begin construction of this critical project for the people of Enniscorthy. It will address water quality and supply issues arising from deficiencies in the existing water infrastructure which have had a significant impact on the local community. The new and improved scheme will ensure a reliable and sustainable water supply, while the increased capacity will support future growth and development of the town.”
The project is being delivered by David Walsh Civil Engineering Ltd. on behalf of Uisce Éireann and is due for completion in late 2025.
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